Education to Empowerment
As a chronic disease, eczema (also known as atopic dermatitis or AD) can bring about a lot of questions, no matter where you are in your disease journey. Understand AD aims to shine a light on the everyday burdens that people living with or caring for someone with eczema face and provide resources and support as they navigate these struggles.
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Anything but Typical: Celebrating me with AD
From near-constant itching to inflamed and scaly skin, eczema symptoms may make every day feel anything but typical. But being different isn’t a weakness — it’s a superpower. Discover how members of the eczema community are championing and celebrating their unique strengths.
Colorful Moments of Confidence from the Eczema Community
Learn more about how these individuals discovered tools, resources and support while channeling their confidence.
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About the National Eczema Association (NEA)
Founded in 1988, NEA is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) and the largest patient advocacy organization serving the over 31 million Americans who live with eczema and those who care for them. NEA is the driving force for an eczema community fueled by knowledge, strengthened through collective action and propelled by the promise for a better future. NEA offers extensive resources including the Seal of Acceptance product directory to find suitable personal care and household products; Eczema Provider Finder to find doctors; NEA Ambassadors, for those looking to get involved in advocacy, research and outreach; EczemaWise, an app that helps patients and caregivers track symptoms and triggers and share information with their doctor; and much more. For more information, visit NationalEczema.org.